Explore all 267,000 square miles of the Lone Star State! Enjoy beaches, ranches, deserts, history and culture, all with a unique Texas flavor. All along the 600 miles of Texas beaches, the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico meet the 80 degree F median temperature of the Lone Star State, making Texas beaches among the most calming and beautiful in the nation.

Along with some of the most popular beaches in the country, you can explore one of the nation's prestigious "Top 12" bird watching sites on the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail. And if a good catch is what you're looking for, there are seasoned fishing expeditions just waiting for you at almost every stop on the Texas-beach tour. Bringing home a prize sailfish or shark as a souvenir is pretty tough to top.

From roller coasters to surfboards to horses to white-water rafts, you're in for the ride of your life here in Texas. With attractions ranging from Six Flags to Alamo Village, there's sure to be something for everyone. And family fun can also be found in the many historic sights in Texas.

For the more educationally-inclined visitor, Texas offers a wealth of historic and archeological destinations. From the Alamo and San Felipe to the fascinating ghost towns that dot the desert - the history and heritage of many cultures can be explored.

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